SIOUX FALLS, S.D. - The University of Sioux Falls Softball team struggled to find offensive momentum on Tuesday, falling in both games of their NSIC doubleheader against Minnesota State. The Cougars (13-15, 1-5 NSIC) put up a strong defensive effort in game one but were unable to overcome an early deficit in game two.

GAME 1: MINNESOTA STATE 2, SIOUX FALLS 0

In a tightly contested opener, Maddi Duncan delivered a strong performance in the circle, allowing just one earned run on four hits over seven innings while securing her 430th career strikeout and 103rd on the season. However, the Cougar's offense was stifled by Minnesota State's pitching, managing just four hits in the shutout loss.

Key Performers:

• Maddi Duncan (L, 8-7): 7.0 IP, 4 H, 2 R, 1 ER, 3 BB, 6 K

• Hannah Soderbeck: 1-for-1, 2 BB

• Savanna Isaacson: 1-for-2, BB

GAME 2: MINNESOTA STATE 13, SIOUX FALLS 0 (5 Innings)

Minnesota State took control early, scoring six runs in the first and adding six more in the fifth to secure a run-rule victory. Sioux Falls was limited to just three hits.

Key Performers:

• Savanna Isaacson: 1-for-2, double

• Hannah Soderbeck: 1-for-2

• Morgan Linstad: 1-for-2

• Gracie Johnson (L, 0-2): 0.0 IP, 3 H, 6 R, 3 BB

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The Cougars (13-15, 1-5 NSIC) will look to regroup as they continue conference play this weekend. USF will host Minnesota Crookston (13-20, 1-5 NSIC) on Friday at 2pm and 4pm followed by Bemidji State (14-16, 1-5 NSIC) on Saturday at 12pm & 2pm.

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